The pediatric nurse examines an infant who has an inguinal hernia. After researching the incidence of hernias, the nurse learns that:
A) inguinal hernia accounts for 30% of all childhood hernias.
B) inguinal hernia is more prevalent in males than in females.
C) inguinal hernia has a 50% incidence in premature children.
D) inguinal hernia is the most common type of hernia in infants.
B
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An elderly client receiving eszopiclone asked the nurse why he only takes 2 mg of the drug, while his son takes 4 mg. The nurse's best response is:
a. "You are prescribed the lower dose, because at your age you do not process and eliminate drugs the same as your son." b. "You should ask your doctor for an increased dose, explaining that your son takes a higher dose." c. "Because this drug affects what we call REM sleep, older clients should not receive more than 2 mg of this drug." d. "I don't know why your son would be prescribed such a high dose of this drug, but I will check with your doctor about it."
The theory of bureaucratic caring has it roots in which of the following nursing paradigms?
A. Totality B. Simultaneity C. Unitary–transformative D. All of the above